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Originally Posted by ThePrince
I don't think most people's problem is with tipping itself. The problem arises when the server starts to feel entitled to their 15-20% tip, and the service level falls as a result, then the server places the blame on the patron for being a cheapskate. Most people on this board seem to be perfectly happy tipping generously when they receive good service, but it seems like good service is becoming a thing of the past and now it's expected that people tip generously regardless of the level of service.
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I wouldn't say that's true. I mean really, how often do you get genuinely BAD service? I get average service more often than not (which usually grants them the customary 15%), and when the service is good or I've been a little more demanding and they've been up to the task I'll throw down 20%.
If the service is genuinely BAD, then the tip goes below 10% down to and including zero. That's rare though, most places I go servers are quick, efficient, accurate, and know when to give space or when it's time to ask if I need another drink. To me, giving a perfectly acceptable quality of service deserves the 15% tip as is custom in Canada.
If you don't think that you should be tipping, why go out to eat? You clearly aren't valuing the experience enough to properly pay for it, so just stay at home. I've always felt that the cost of the food covers the basics (acquiring the food, chefs preparing it for me) and that the tip is my thanks to the waiter/waitress for doing a fine job.
It really is like saying thanks. You don't have to say thanks, but whether you like it or not you are being rude if you don't (situation depending of course). Managing in retail, when I hand someone their purchase a "thanks" is my tip. No, you don't HAVE to thank me, I get paid plenty in my position and it IS my job, but unless I've been a dick just be polite and say "thanks."